I have used a Mamiya RZ67 Pro ii for quite a while and I love the look that it brings the my photography. Although the camera takes the photograph, the photographer makes the photograph. I get a feeling from this lens on my GFX system as if I was back shooting my medium format film.
A few images above shows the lens being used in various settings. Although the lens is manual focus, I find myself focusing quickly due to the long focus throw. I know this sounds a bit weird but hear me out. If the focus throw is long and smooth it gives you better odds of nailing focus quicker since you can get micro adjustments. However going from infinity to minimal focusing distance is a bit slow.
Speaking of minimal focusing distance. There are a few images in this set above that showcase how nice it is. I am a huge fan of minimal focusing distance if its is minimal enough. I love how it separates even the eyes from the nose and leaves you staring at what the photographer intended on. Shout out ot Patrick Glackmeyer for taking my portrait.
Although I have only had this lens for a few months now, it still wants me to use it. My GFX 50S attached to this bad boy really just looks nice. It is definitely a great feeling combo and I find myself shooting more with it daily. As you see above, it not only takes great portraits of people it takes awesome care photos as well. This lens is not an all around lens in my opinion but when used for its use case, it stands apart from the rest.
I really wanted to keep this blog short and sweet. At the end of the day this is an amazing lens for my bag because it is suitable for the type of photography I do (which is mainly portraits and documentary). The lens has a unique fall off and very nice separation from subjects. It also has amazing characteristics as far as lens flares (something I adore about 3rd party lenses). Considering the price has dropped, I think now would be the time to purchase one if you are considering an actual medium format looking image.
Mitakon 65mm f/1.4 Sample Images for the GFX systems. Sample Portraits with the Mitakon 65mm f/1.4